NHTSA Recall 07V170000: Trailer hitches
EXTREME ENGINEERING INC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 411 vehicles. It affects 2007 Extreme RV Trailer.
| NHTSA campaign | 07V170000 |
|---|---|
| Component | TRAILER HITCHES |
| Report received | April 11, 2007 |
| Owner notification | April 26, 2007 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain boat trailers, the castings holding the bolts on the hitch assembly for the swing-away tongue may break.
Safety risk
This could cause the trailer coupler to detach from the trailer which could result in property damage, personal injury, or death.
Remedy
Dealers will install an upgraded 'stainless steel 4 plate enhancement assembly' free of charge. The recall began on april 26, 2007. Owners may contact extreme at 1-800-405-9875.
Notes
Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 07V170000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Extreme RV Trailer | 2007 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.